How to Pronounce "ragtime"
word
ˈɹæɡˌtaɪm
RAG-tym
ɹˈæɡtaɪm
rag-TYM
Definition
A style of music that started in the United States around 1900, known for its lively rhythm and syncopated melodies, often played on the piano.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæɡˌtaɪm
British English
ɹˈæɡtaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAG-tym
UK
rag-TYM
Listen in Context
I listened to ragtime music yesterday.
Scott Joplin was famous for playing ragtime.
The piano performance was in the ragtime style.
Whenever I hear ragtime, it makes me want to tap my feet.